Farewell Sister Sun
This picture was taken prior to Sister Sun's departure to China. Sister Jones served as her companion during Oct. 2012. She's a wonderful missionary and brought many people to the waters of baptism while serving here the past 18 month. We will miss her. Elder and & Sister Jones traveled with her to Vancouver Airport for her departure. 1-20-13.
l-r Sarah Tilleman,Sisters Chen, Wang, Jones & Sun.
l-r Sarah Tilleman,Sisters Chen, Wang, Jones & Sun.
Historic Transfer Day - Jan 31, 2013 (photo taken by Elder Jones)
This photo is approximately 1/2 of the missionaries serving at this time. Within six months it will be 1/3 of the missionaries.
Sister & Elder Jones
We are blessed to be here in Canada at this time, when so many missionaries are responding to our prophets invitation to serve at an earlier age. We interact with these amazing missionaries every day. We love them and we love serving.
1-30-13
1-30-13
Chinese New Year Celebration
Two awesome Elders , Chen and Walters, serving in the Richmond Chinese Branch. We see them several times during the week since they serve here. We love them.
Celebrating with friends
Elder and Sister Harding serve with us in the mission office. Sister and Brother Gurney (middle) are in our ward and are also great friends. Brother Gurney was also celebrating his birthday on Chines New Year.
Chinese New Year Celebration
Chinese New Year Celebration - Richmond 2nd Branch(Chinese) and Richmond Ward meet together for this celebration. Food and program provided by Chinese Branch. A very fun evening.
Happy New Year-Jan. 1, 2013
Here we are at the Vancouver Planetarium with our Sr. missionary friends.
l-r Elders and Sisters Mercier, Easterbrook, Boehmer, Harding and Jones. Back row-Mabeys
l-r Elders and Sisters Mercier, Easterbrook, Boehmer, Harding and Jones. Back row-Mabeys
Tiann Post & Sister Jones
The former Sister Post, amazing, wonderful Chinese speaking missionary and friend, returned with her family shortly after she was released. So happy to see her once again.(Sister Jones's P day)
A Special Christmas
Alisha, Curtis , Brooklyn and Alivia came to visit us for Christmas. We had so much fun with them. Here are just a few of our choice pictures and memories.
Christmas Card from the First Presidency
These Christmas cards were sent to all missionaries through out the world. 12/12
Christmas tree ornament from President & Sister Tilleman
Sister Tilleman is so thoughtful. This ornament was included with our Christmas gifts from them. We love President and Sister Tilleman.
Vancouver 1st Ward Christmas Dinner
We were invited to the Vancouver 1st Ward Christmas dinner. It was such a fun evening reuniting with members we had associated with there as our mission began. The High Priest were in charge of clean up and dishes. Brother McIllwain, HP Group leader and
Elder Jones had a great evening together with the other men. They are great friends and members.
Elder Jones had a great evening together with the other men. They are great friends and members.